Did you know eating makes your body better? Huh? Of course, eating is essential to our existence, but eating vitamin-rich foods can support energy, metabolism, and weight, as well as
What makes soap foamy and shampoo sudsy? Sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium laureth sulfate are commonly found in soap, toothpaste, detergent, and shampoo to give you that extra clean feeling. Unfortunately,
How medicated is our country? In 2004, it was estimated that the average American took twelve prescription drugs per year. Prescription drug sales were $234 billion in 2008 – six
While a spoonful of sugar may help the medicine go down, a high intake can make health risks go up. High cholesterol, blood pressure, liver dysfunction, heart disease, obesity, and
Did you know your appearance can determine underlying health problems? Wrinkles, dry skin, brittle nails, or discolored skin pigment can seem daunting. Yet, beyond treating these conditions on the outside, they
With so many protein powders that claim to restore and increase muscle mass, is there a form of protein that is most beneficial? When it comes to whey and casein,
You may wash, rinse, exfoliate, slather and repeat, but keeping your skin healthy does go more than skin deep. One of the primary ways to sustain radiant, healthy skin is
Partially hydrogenated oils, trans fats…you have probably heard the reports that these highly-refined oils lead to weight gain and chronic disease. These oils can be found in a wide-variety of
For many years, physicians have determined the health of thyroid function based on TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) serum test results. TSH testing has been considered the gold standard for diagnosing
Can taking certain nutrients speed healing? It takes a lot of energy for the body to heal from surgery, as the body repairs tissue on a cellular level. The majority
DHEA, a hormone secreted by the adrenal glands, has been shown to reduce menopausal symptoms and may be used as an alternative to hormone replacement therapy. A study published in
If you don’t thoroughly brush your teeth on a daily basis, go to the dentist every six months, or floss regularly, you could be building up dangerous bacteria in your
What is a frequent complaint associated with menopause? Weight gain. As women reach menopause, they often face the harsh reality that losing those extra pounds is not as easy as
Do you sleep through your workout? If you find yourself struggling to put one foot in front of the other on the treadmill, you may need to evaluate your energy level.
On average, you’re likely to get a cold three times a year. Of course, how often you get sick depends on your level of stress, how you eat, the amount
How do you like your eggs? It’s not just about over easy or scrambled, but some people prefer their eggs raw for added protein in a smoothie or only choose
Vitamin D has been praised for its numerous health benefits, including cardiovascular, bone, and cellular health. A study presented at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium examined the correlation between
Does it seem like you have darker circles under your eyes during the winter? Researchers have found that dark, puffy eyes are more predominant during the cold season. A study
What gives you an energy boost? Beyond a splash of cold water in the face, or kick in the pants, the food you eat can either be a good source
Watery eyes, scratchy throat, sneezing attack, body aches, temperature on the rise. Great, these are some good signs that you are about to get sick. What do you reach for
Turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie, and all of the other trimmings are a pleasant sight on Thanksgiving or Christmas day, but consuming thousands of calories during a holiday meal can leave
How do you soothe a cold? Sing it a lullaby? Speak kind words to ease its troubles? Wrap it in a warm blanket? These ideas may help to calm the ills
As an artificial sweetener, aspartame is commercially sold under several different names, including Equal and NutraSweet. AminoSweet is the newest name being coined in an effort to rebrand the sweetener
Are you one of many Americans eating a brown and beige diet? Do you get enough green, white, red, blue/purple, and orange/yellow? These colors are not in reference to Fruit
Exercise is important to cardiovascular health, strong muscles, healthy bone density and weight management, but are some forms of physical activity more beneficial for women? A variety of exercises can
It’s always better to share. Well, maybe not when it comes to germs, but even so we are exposed to a wide-variety of germs on a daily basis. From crowded
Temperatures drop, coughs and sneezes abound, and orange juice sales increase to ensure that punch of vitamin C. Yes, the cold and flu season is upon us. Most people reach
As men age, testosterone levels begin to decline, leading to greater cardiovascular and stroke risks. Furthermore, testosterone deficiency is related to an increase in fat tissue and metabolic risk factors.
Dioxins, PCBs, and pesticides. You have probably heard these terms mentioned when it comes to toxins in our environment. Where do these pollutants come from and what effects do they
There has been a lot of media hype surrounding a study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, which stated “the use of dietary supplements in older women increased mortality
According to a recent study in the Archives of Internal Medicine vitamin and mineral supplements “may” be related to an increase in total mortality. Researchers used data from the Iowa
The economic downturn may reduce spending in certain industries, but nutraceutical sales have increased. Why are people buying more vitamins? They see the need to be proactive about their health and
